A cold is an infection caused by a virus. It usually lasts two to three days and does not cause serious illness in healthy people. Find out what products are available for colds.
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Quality of life and exercise in cancer survivors
Researchers investigated the quality of life and its association with physical activity among survivors of different types of cancer. These are the results.
Going hiking? Tread carefully
Well-prepared hikers know what to wear, what to pack and how to pack it – including any necessary medicines. This is a checklist of information for anyone planning a hike of any distance in Australia or overseas.
Vaginal thrush: self-care
Vaginal thrush is a yeast infection and some women suffer from recurrent episodes. Symptoms include itching and irritation in your genital area. Find what products are available for vaginal thrush.
Baby feeding
Breastfeeding is best for baby feeding. Breast milk is easily digested, economical, safe and the right temperature. Find out what products are available for baby feeding.
Travel sickness self-care
Travel or motion sickness may occur in any type of moving vehicle, such as a car, boat or plane. Find out what products are available for travel sickness.
Foot care
Common foot care problems include fungal foot infections, e.g. athlete's foot and fungal nail infections, and warts, corns and calluses. Find out what products are available for foot care.
Eyelid and eyelash problems
Common eye problems include inflammation and infection of the eyelids and eyelashes, also called blepharitis and styes.
Heart health self-care
Heart health is important to prevent a heart attack, which can happen when coronary artery disease blocks blood supply to your heart muscle. Find out what products are available for heart health.
Haemorrhoids self-care
Haemorrhoids (piles) can be inside or outside the anal canal. They are common, particularly after 40 and during pregnancy. Find out what products are available for haemorrhoids.
